Seekonk

Memorial Baptist Church, North Seekonk MA - Memorial Baptist Church

Seekonk is based in the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts which borders East Providence and Pawtucket, Rhode Island to the west, Attleboro to the north, Rehoboth to the east, and Swansea (Massachusetts)|Swansea, MA and Barrington (Rhode Island)|Barrington, RI to the south. Though much of the town primarily serves as a residential suburb of nearby cities (Providence, Boston, Taunton (Massachusetts)|Taunton, Fall River (Massachusetts)|Fall River), its relative wealth of shopping locales and destinations like the Seekonk Speedway combine with an all-around dose of Swamp Yankee charm to make Seekonk an interesting place to visit, or perhaps work. In any case, you'll probably drive through it at some point if you frequently travel around Southern New England (especially MA and RI), so knowing where to stop could come in handy.

Travel to Seekonk

By car

A vehicle is somewhat necessary for getting in and around Seekonk. The town can be visited through one interstate, I-195, as well as Route 6 (Fall River Avenue), Route 44 (Taunton Avenue), Route 152 and Route 114A. Seekonk has its own exit on I-195 (Massachusetts Exit 1, Route 114A), which provides easy access to Route 6 to the south and Route 44 to the north. Route 152, while not connected to any other state route in town, is a major route running between East Providence and Attleboro.

By bike

The adventurous Providence biker can cross a bridge and journey through East Providence, which has notorious potholes in places but generally good sidewalks. Many cyclists can be seen in Seekonk on fair weather days.

By public transport

There is little public transportation from Providence, although one can get very close to the Seekonk Reservoir in North Seekonk by taking the RIPTA bus (Route 35) to Rumford. The Greater Attleboro Taunton (Massachusetts)|Taunton Regional Transit Authority also has a few stops in Seekonk on the 16 and 19 routes .

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Seekonk

T.F. Green in Warwick (Rhode Island)|Warwick and Logan in Boston are the nearest airports.

Seekonk Halal Travel Guide

For an idea of what kind of a place Seekonk is, not to mention what's going on there these days, check out the patch.com dispatch:

What to see in Seekonk

Martin House, Seekonk MA - Martin House

Seekonk traces its name to a Wampanoag (Native American) word for Canada geese ("Seaconcke"), which can frequently be seen migrating over Seekonk or living, for a time, in the Seekonk Reservoir (the original pond/lake was another feasible meaning for the word Seekonk) or other locations. Indeed, many species of migratory birds can be seen in an area which has preserved many wetlands and natural resources while also developing a sprawl of suburban infrastructure, best epitomized in the endless stores of Route 6. In early winter, large mobs of birds have been known to inhabit the power lines on Route 6 as well as they prepare for the long journey south. More about the area-at-large's birding can be found from /get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries Mass Audubon].

Things to Do

Seekonk Speedway - 1710 Fall River Avenue ☎ +1 508 336-9959 - The Speedway, family owned and operated since 1946 (making it the oldest in the United States|USA), is perhaps the town's most widely known destination. Advertised as "The Action Track of the East" and "Southern New England's premier NASCAR track", its season of Friday and Saturday night races (with some other scattered events on weeknights) runs from April to September. Be warned and the crowds can get large and rowdy for big races (not to mention the July 4 fireworks!).
Showcase Cinemas Seekonk Route 6 100 Commerce Way ☎ +1-800-315-4000 Chain movie theater tucked away in the huge Route 6 strip, discounts on Tuesdays.

Family Entertainment, self-explanatory.

Seekonk Grand Prix, 1098 Fall River Ave, . An arcade and very solid go-karts make this popular with the adolescents.
FantasyLand, 1300 Fall River Avenue, +1 508 336-6262, . More on the young side.
Monster Mini Golf, 140 Taunton Avenue, +1 508 336-8004, New franchise aims to scare you as you play mini golf.
Seekonk Driving Range, 1977 Fall River Avenue, +1 508 336-8074 Also, batting cages.

Firefly Golf Course - 320 Fall River Avenue ☎ +1 508 336-6622 - Although there are many private country clubs in the area, Firefly provides a cheap, somewhat playable course for the amateur.
Tranquil Waters Spa, Café & Salon - 1479 Fall River Ave ☎ +1 508 336-6676 - When it's voted Best in Rhode Island even though it's not in Rhode Island, that's usually a good sign.
Caratunk Wildlife Refuge - 301 Brown Avenue ☎ +1 508 761-8230 - Somewhat off the beaten path, this 200-acre habitat offers lots of hiking trails, opportunities for seeing birds and other wildlife, and camp sessions for kids.

Fish. Many folks go fishing in the Seekonk Reservoir on Route 152 when the weather is right.
Farms. There are still a few farms in Seekonk. Belwing Türkiye Farm on Route 44 provides many families with turkeys on Thanksgiving. Four Town Farm provides many local restaurants with produce, in addition to offering tours and picking sessions. Osamequin Farm offers blueberry picking in the summer.

Seacunke Sanctuary - Charles V. Maraian Farm | Off Reservoir & River Streets 41.8479, -71.34 From the North: On Interstate 95, take exit 2A in South Attleboro. Follow Newport Avenue to Route 15 in Pawtucket. Turn left and follow Route 15 to the end at Route 152. Turn right. Follow to West Avenue in Seekonk. Turn right. Follow to West River Street on right. Follow West River Street to River or Reservoir Streets. From Providence: take Interstate 195 to exit 1 in Seekonk (Route 114A/Fall River Avenue). Turn left off of the exit and follow 114A to a fork in the road at The Grist Mill where 114A bears to the left. Bear right onto Arcade Avenue. Follow Arcade Avenue to the end, at Route 152. Turn left and take your first right onto West Avenue. Follow West Avenue until you see West River Street on your left. Take River or Reservoir Streets on your left. From the Southcoast: take Interstate 195 Westbound to exit 1 (Rt.114A/Fall River Avenue) in Seekonk. Take a right and then follow the above directions. Opening Hours: Any time Free The Seacunke Sanctuary, commonly called the Charles V. Mararian Farm, is owned by the town of Seekonk and was formerly a working farm owned by Armenian immigrant Charles V. Mararian (1872-1971) and passed to his children until they sold it in 1975. This is a nature preserve of 27 acres. Seacunke Sanctuary is located along the eastern bank of Central Reservoir. and abuts a tiny portion of East Providence, Rhode Island.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Seekonk

Old Grist Mill Pond, Seekonk MA - Old Grist Mill Pond

Route 6. Wikipedia calls it a "business route." Some might call it a mile-long mall. Tons of big-name and smaller-name shopping destinations, restaurants, and other businesses dot the Seekonk section of this national road, which, after running parallel to I-195 here, continues all the way out to Provincetown and California.

Chains. Wal-Mart, Target, Sam's Club, Best Buy, Kohl's... the list goes on and on. More here .

Antiques. Lots of antiques stores to be found.

Leonard's Direct - 600 Taunton Avenue ☎ +1-888-336-8585 New England wide, Seekonk based.
Vinny's Antique Center - 380 Fall River Avenue ☎ +1 508 336-0800 - Claims to be "the most exciting antique center in Southern New England."

Health Food.

The Good Seed - 138 Central Avenue ☎ +1 508 399-7333
Tree of Life - 1460 Fall River Ave ☎ +1 508 336-4242 - # 6.

Halal Restaurants in Seekonk

Country Kitchen, 469 Taunton Avenue, +1 508 336-9807 . To get a taste of old Seekonk, have breakfast at this humble red house across from the Y on Route 44. Filled with sports memorabilia and old-school souvenirs, this family-run joint serves basic, filling diner fare with a lot of heart (and coffee milk!). And to be honest, you won't find many "diners" around here that do poached eggs or crab omelets. Open (6am on weekdays, 8am on weekends) for breakfast and lunch, as well as Friday night fish & chips. Locally famous for their sky-high Thanksgiving pies.

Eats 1395 Fall River Avenue ☎ +1 508 336-4384 - Another old school diner open for breakfast and lunch. It's all decent, but the N.Y. System Hot Dogs are a highlight for many.
Micheletti's 1053 Newman Avenue ☎ +1 508 761-6370 - One more worthwhile diner, this time in North Seekonk. Known for their homemade ice cream.
The Old Grist Mill Tavern - 390 Fall River Avenue ☎ +1 508 336-8460 - Emphasis on Steaks, seafood, and salad bar in a very old, picturesque mill. Suffered a fire in 2012 and was burnt down, it is currently being rebuilt.
Boneyard BBQ & Saloon - 540 Central Avenue ☎ +1 508 761-6855
Chains! Panera, Starbucks (Please do not support Starbucks as Starbucks supports Israel. Shun this coffee and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned brand.), Ninety Nine, Outback Steakhouse, Old Country Buffet, Taco Bell (Please do not support Taco Bell as Taco Bell supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned brand), Subway, TGI Friday's (Please do not support TGI Friday's as TGI Friday's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant), Five Guys, Bucca di Beppo, and countless others all have locations on Route 6 (Fall River Ave) and other places in Seekonk. Google 'em if you're that desperate.

1149 East - 965 Fall River Ave ☎ +1 508 336-1149 - Second location of an East Greenwich, RI trendsetter. Very colorful drinks, frequent live music, and a raw café. The food here is also quite good, but the drinks are the real attraction.
Chardonnay's - 393 Taunton Avenue ☎ +1 508 336-0967 - Another East Greenwich second location priding itself on its bar scene. Sensing a trend?
Luxury Box - 350 Fall River Avenue ☎ +1 508 336-6634 - Sports café.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Seekonk

Seekonk - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Seekonk, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Seekonk. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Seekonk and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Seekonk. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Seekonk. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inSeekonk: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Seekonk.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Seekonk: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Seekonk, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Seekonk.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Seekonk, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Seekonk, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Seekonk and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Seekonk, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Seekonk, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Seekonk without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Seekonk is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Seekonk.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Seekonk is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Seekonk, please contact:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Jacob Hill Inn, 120 Jacob Street, (508) 336-9165. A luxurious, historic bed and breakfast which recently received a national recognition as one of the three best inns in America.

Johnson & Wales Inn 213 Taunton Avenue ☎ +1 508-336-8700 +1-800-232-1772

Motel 6 Providence - Seekonk - 821 Fall River Av ☎ +1 508 336-7800 +1 508 336-0977
Ramada Seekonk, Providence Area | 940 Fall River Ave ☎ +1 508 336-7300 Checkin - 3PM / Check-out: 11AM

Shangri-La Motel 1495 Fall River Av ☎ +1 508 336-8540